News: India is hosting the World Circular Economy Forum 2026 in Gandhinagar from September 15 to 18, for the first time in South Asia. About World Circular Economy Forum 2026 World Circular Economy Forum (WCEF) is an annual global forum for sharing solutions and advancing the transition towards a circular economy. Origin: It was launched in… Continue reading World Circular Economy Forum 2026
Category: International Organisations
Colombo Security Conclave (CSC)
News: Colombo Security Conclave Table Top Exercise concludes at Eastern Naval Command in Visakhapatnam. About Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) The Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) is a key regional platform aimed at enhancing security cooperation among Indian Ocean Region (IOR) countries. Objectives: To promote regional security by addressing transnational threats that affect all member nations. Permanent… Continue reading Colombo Security Conclave (CSC)
South Asia Wildlife Enforcement Network (SAWEN)
News: South Asian countries adopted the Kathmandu Declaration to strengthen coordinated action against illegal wildlife trade and related organised crime. About South Asia Wildlife Enforcement Network (SAWEN) SAWEN is a regional inter-governmental wildlife law enforcement support body of South Asian countries. Origin: It was formally launched in January 2011 at Paro, Bhutan. Members: It comprises… Continue reading South Asia Wildlife Enforcement Network (SAWEN)
UNESCO International Literacy Prizes 2026
News: Recently, UNESCO presented the 2026 International Literacy Prizes during the International Literacy Day global function ceremony held in the state of Chiapas, Mexico. About UNESCO International Literacy Prizes 2026 International Literacy Prizes is a premier global awards recognizing outstanding literacy programmes from around the world. Administered by: They are administered by the United Nations… Continue reading UNESCO International Literacy Prizes 2026
India joins Call to Action for 6G Leadership and Security and Bharat 6G Mission
News: India has joined a US-led initiative with 25 other countries to shape the development and security of next-generation 6G networks. About India joins Call to Action for 6G Leadership and Security ‘Call to Action for 6G Leadership and Security’ is an international initiative for 6G telecommunications networks. Launched by: The initiative was launched by the… Continue reading India joins Call to Action for 6G Leadership and Security and Bharat 6G Mission
Asian Pacific Postal Union (APPU)
News: Vinaya Prakash Singh, a 1988-batch Indian Postal Service officer, has been re-elected as Secretary-General of the Asian-Pacific Postal Union (APPU) for a second consecutive four-year term. About Asian Pacific Postal Union (APPU) Asian Pacific Postal Union(APPU) is an intergovernmental organization. It is the only Restricted Union of the Universal Postal Union(UPU) in the region,… Continue reading Asian Pacific Postal Union (APPU)
United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)
News: UNCLOS has been in the news because of maritime disputes, including those involving the Strait of Hormuz. About United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) UNCLOS is an international treaty that provides a comprehensive legal framework for the world’s oceans and seas. Adoption: It was adopted in 1982 at Montego Bay,… Continue reading United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS)
Pacific Islands Forum (PIF)
News: India reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening its partnership with Pacific Island countries, addressing the Dialogue Partner Session of the 55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting in Koror, Palau. About Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) Aspects Description About The Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) is an intergovernmental organization which was established in 1971. Member countries: It comprises… Continue reading Pacific Islands Forum (PIF)
UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (UNCERD)
News: India rejected what it called “politically motivated” and “malicious” references made by UNCERD after its 11th periodic review in Geneva. About UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (UNCERD) UNCERD is a United Nations treaty body that monitors the implementation of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination… Continue reading UN Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (UNCERD)
Southern African Customs Union (SACU)
News: India has signed the Terms of Reference (ToR) for negotiations on a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) with SACU. About Southern African Customs Union (SACU) Southern African Customs Union (SACU) is an African regional economic organisation and the world’s oldest customs union. Established: It was established in 1910 and re-established in 1969. Members: It comprises South… Continue reading Southern African Customs Union (SACU)
